F5/100
PLAINVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,762 people · Kansas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
KS2016301
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2021 – January 31, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About PLAINVILLE, CITY OF
Is PLAINVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PLAINVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (5/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PLAINVILLE, CITY OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PLAINVILLE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PLAINVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PLAINVILLE, CITY OF has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does PLAINVILLE, CITY OF serve?
PLAINVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,762 people, Kansas. The system provides water to 1 community: Plainville.
What type of water does PLAINVILLE, CITY OF provide?
PLAINVILLE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is KS2016301.
How does PLAINVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Kansas?
PLAINVILLE, CITY OF scores 5/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Kansas state page for a full comparison of water systems.